Strategic Relationship Specialist

Overview

Have you been searching for a job that has meaning? Want to make a real difference in the lives of others? Want to use the skills you already have while continuing to build your resume? Not available to work the hours other employers are looking to fill?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, then keep reading!

Want to work for a company that….

• Was recently named a PA Best Place to Work.
• Welcomes both entry level and experienced individuals. 
• Creates systems like UCP Listens to encourage and collect anonymous feedback from all staff.
• Commits to an open-door policy so that problems are heard and addressed in a timely fashion. 
• Recognizes you for your hard work and success and allows for peer-to-peer recognition.
• Creates opportunities for you to grow your income and knowledge through programs like UCP’s Career Pathfinder.
• Rewards you for referring your friends and family to join our team, how’s an extra $1,000 sound?
• Provides you with a comprehensive paid orientation to equip you for success.
• Provides a variety of schedule options to fit your lifestyle.
• Recognizes, embraces, and values everyone’s unique diversity.

Who are we?

At UCP Central PA, we share a passion and a purpose: to empower people of diverse abilities to live a meaningful life through innovative support and services. We also work to relentlessly pursue a vision of communities that embrace the abilities of every individual. If you would like to start an exciting job with a company committed to excellence and innovation, all while doing what we do, please consider joining the UCP of Central PA team!

When it comes to where you work, we know you’ve got choices…here’s what we provide:

• Position Status: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm 
• Benefits may include: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan with Company Match, Life and Disability Insurance, Company Contributions to Your Health Savings Account, Paid Time Off, and more!
• Same day pay available with Tapcheck!
• As a non-profit employer, UCP participates with the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program - full-time employees may be eligible for the remaining balance on their Direct Loans to be forgiven!

Responsibilities

Here’s what to expect as a Strategic Relationship Specialist:

• Identify and secure new strategic partnerships to support UCP’s strategic direction.
• In conjunction with staff across departments, define and maintain a partnership strategy to strengthen fund development activities and leverage community engagement opportunities for people with disabilities.
• Work with internal stakeholders in developing and honing UCP’s brand and promote the brand to the community at large.
• Act as a liaison between UCP and key community leaders.
• Engage in community events and community presentations to build awareness of UCP in the community as a provider and employer.
• Conduct prospect research and analysis to support the business needs.
• Analyze industry trends to understand how we can leverage strategic partners to promote UCP as a leader in the Human Services Industry.
• Develop an onboarding process for new partners, as well as retention strategies to sustain the partnership network.
• Develop recruitment and retention strategies to cultivate and sustain the agency’s strategic partnerships.
• Participate actively in Community Relations and Development Department team meetings.
• Assist with Donor Prospect research and analysis, Major gift strategy and solicitation, and the research and application of grants.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements as a Strategic Relationship Specialist:

• Associate’s degree or 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university required, and 4 years of prior work experience working directly with persons with disabilities
• Or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required; and 2 years of prior work experience working directly with persons with disabilities
• 18 years of age
• A valid driver’s license
• Access to vehicle with valid insurance, registration, and inspection
• Ability to communicate, read, write, and interpret English

Preferred, but not required:

• Experience with marketing and communications

If you are still reading, we should talk! Apply today, we would love to hear your story and share ours.

UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to jobs@ucpcentralpa.org.

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